Audi A5 - positioned as a sports car. It was first introduced in 2007 immediately at the Geneva Motor Show and Melbourne international motor show. According to the manufacturer, the A5 model is the main BMW competitor 3 series coupe, as well as mercedes-benz e-class coupe.
In 2016, the German automaker released the 2nd generation of the Audi car.
In the new model 2017 year Audi A5, first of all catches the eye new look. But despite this, the car is absolutely recognizable, and it may seem to many that nothing specific has changed, but this is not so.
Audi A5 2017, interior and exterior
The new platform allowed to save weight, now the car is 50 kg lighter than its predecessor.
There are new front LED headlights (as additional option), new bumper, hood. But at the same time, it was possible to preserve the branded window line, which adds the effect of aggression characteristic of the Audi A5.
If you look at the car from behind, you can see the new long rear lights, which already in the basic version are equipped with LED light sources. Also, do not be silent about rear spoiler, in which the brake light is integrated. The door handles now open up and the rear view mirrors have been moved from the fender to the door.
Despite all the elegance of execution, this A5 is a car for an egoist, exclusively for the driver and one passenger, this car is for enjoyment. Because places for rear passengers there is practically none left... but on the other hand, what else can you expect from a sports coupe?
Coefficient drag equals 0.25
Exterior
The interior has also undergone significant changes. There was a virtual Cockpit panel measuring 12.3 inches. That is, instead of traditional appliances, one large screen that you can customize to your liking. A similar dashboard is used in .
The decoration uses high-quality materials, climate control inherited from the older brother Q7, aluminum touch buttons and a display located in the regulators leave a pleasant impression. The multimedia system can claim to be the best in the class, here is a huge display and wireless internet, apple and google interfaces. The central tunnel exactly copies the tunnel that is installed in the new Audi A4, however, you need to get used to the mmi system control unit.
Optionally, wireless charging for smartphones, a premium audio system, as well as a huge number of electronic assistants will be available:
- Lane keeping system, dead zones, sign recognition
- Adaptive cruise control who will be able to independently drive the new Audi A5 in traffic jams.
- Automatic parking system
- Head-up display
- Dynamic Steering System
- Also, for a surcharge, you can choose a multifunctional sports leather steering wheel with beveled bottom
Specifications
Audi A5 became the third model in the Audi lineup to receive a new system of full quattro drive ultra, after and A4, in which the torsen center differential is replaced with an electrically controlled clutch. It is based on a modular system with a longitudinal engine. The chassis was also borrowed from the new Audi A4. Also of the innovations, it is worth noting a new electromechanical power steering and an optional steering system that can change the effort on the steering wheel depending on the angle of rotation and speed.
As for the transmission, 6-speed will be offered. manual transmission and 7-speed. robot with two clutches, for all engines except for a diesel engine with a power of 286 hp. and charged all-wheel drive versions of the S5, they will be equipped with 8-speed. machine. Manufacturers claim that the new engines are 17% more powerful and 22% more economical.
In our next article, you can see the updated one, which will go on sale in the spring of 2017.
Paying attention to the dimensions, it is worth noting that new Audi A5 2017, retained all the characteristics that were inherent in the previous generation.
- Length - 4673 mm.
- Width - 1846 mm.
- Height - 1371 mm.
- The wheelbase is 2764 mm.
- Volume fuel tank- 54 l.
- Trunk volume - 465 liters.
Prices for Audi A5 2017
In the coupe body, 2 versions (lines) are available:
Design and Sport- in both versions, 2 motors are available to choose from: 2-liter. TFSI 249 hp and all-wheel drive, and 2-liter. diesel power 190 hp, both versions use 7-st. robot. You will have to pay for the petrol version 2 million 730 thousand rubles, for the diesel version - 2 million 590 thousand rubles
Also pay attention to, although the car is not a competitor, despite this it is quite interesting.
Audi A5 sportback 2017
Sportback has 3 types of gasoline engines in its equipment:
- 1.8 l. 144 hp and 177 hp, equipped with 6-tbsp. MCP and variator. Prices start from 2,080,000 rubles. up to 2,385,000 rubles
- 2 l. 230 hp For the version from the 6th century. The MCP will have to pay 2 million 496 thousand rubles. (with all-wheel drive 2 million 580 thousand rubles), a version with a variator will cost 2,566,000 rubles, and a 7-speed. a robot with all-wheel drive will cost 2,650,000 rubles.
- 3 l. V6 with 272 hp with all-wheel drive and a 7-band robot will cost 3,310,000 rubles.
Dimensions Audi A5 sportback
- Length - 4733 mm.
- Width - 1843 mm.
- Height 1386 mm.
- Wheelbase 2824 mm.
- Gross weight is 2265 kg.
In conclusion, we want to add that the power of the presented modern engines is more than enough for dynamic movement along the highway, and a huge number of electronic assistants and gadgets, coupled with high-quality interior trim, cannot but leave a pleasant impression, except perhaps only high prices ...
In early September this year, the presentation of the new Audi A5 2018 is expected. model year. Note that new model will be a restyled version of the car introduced back in 2016. Representatives of the company shared information that the “German” will be released in two versions at once: the Audi A5 Coupe and the Audi A5 Sportback. Naturally, a new body was used in the design of the novelty, which became more rigid and reliable.
Appearance
Let us immediately note that Audi exterior A5 2018 at first glance is not much different from its predecessor, but if you look closely, you can see that it has become more modern and technological. The body of the novelty received large quantity sharp edges, which makes it seem aggressive.
The front of the Audi A5 has gone through a number of changes that fans of the lineup should definitely like. The first thing to note is the embossed hood, equipped with four longitudinal ribs that serve as air corridors. Manufacturers are sure that such an arrangement is able to provide the body of the "German" with an ideal streamlining.
As for the “frontal”, it has moved from its predecessor: a wide element that provides chic visibility. The nose of the Audi A5 2018 is equipped with interesting LED lights, between which there is a huge false radiator grille. Traditionally, the grille is made of chrome-plated elements, which gives the exterior of the car a premium look. Below you can see a narrow trapezoidal air intake, as well as two overall foglights.
From the side, the car looks quite traditional for the lineup. To the delight of fans, the manufacturers left all the features of their predecessor in place. I would like to immediately note the ideal roof contour from the point of view of aerodynamics. Special attention is paid to large windows and comfortable doors. It is immediately noticeable that a special place is given to the comfort of passengers. Profile stampings look interesting, which make the exterior of the German model unique.
Behind the Audi A5 completely repeats the previous version of the model. Here you can see a compact trunk lid, stylish lights and a powerful bumper that fits a couple of running lights and dual exhaust.
The coupe differs from the sportback in a smaller number of doors (only 3):
Salon
Traditionally, it is very difficult to find out something about the interior of a German model that has not yet been released, but fortunately, journalists recently posted spy photos online, thanks to which we managed to put together a more or less complete picture of the A5 2018 interior.
Immediately, we note that inside the German novelty there were no serious surprises. The interior of the Audi A5 almost completely repeats its predecessor and differs little from other new products of the company.
The dashboard of the German model is something incredible. The huge touch screen, which is located at the top of the console, immediately catches your eye. If necessary, you can change the angle of its inclination, which is very convenient. A little lower you can see a high-tech deflector system that provides excellent interior ventilation. In addition, the instrument panel includes an audio unit and climate control. As for the shift lever, it has become more advanced when compared with its predecessor.
The steering wheel is carried over from the 2016 A5 version, but it has gone through a slight upgrade. Manufacturers reported that the "steering wheel" will be upholstered in genuine leather already in basic configuration. Even some representatives of the business class cannot boast of this. The instrument panel is a huge monitor that displays the speedometer, as well as information on-board.
seats german car equipped with multi-level heating, as well as electric position controls. In general, we will not talk much about this, so that everyone can draw a certain conclusion during the first test drive.
Specifications
When assembling the new A5 2018, the developers used a new body, consisting of special materials. Thanks to this, the “German” is 86 kg lighter than its predecessor. In addition, the novelty has become longer, but at the same time already lower. The basic luggage capacity is 480 liters.
So, now let's start discussing the main characteristics. Role base motor, performs two-liter gasoline unit with a power of 170 Horse power. It works on methane, due to which it is considered one of the most economical. In all other respects, the engine range is the same as that of its predecessor. Gasoline engines - two two-liter units with a return of 190 and 252 horsepower. Diesels - 2.0 liters for 190 horsepower, and two three-liter units with a capacity of 218 and 286 "horses". Audi A5 can be either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive - it all depends on the trim level. As a transmission, 6MKPP, 8AKPP and a robot are used.
Manufacturers promised that in the future there will be another three-liter gasoline engine with a capacity of 354 horsepower, to which 8 automatic transmissions will be connected.
Options and prices
Manufacturers are in no hurry to share information about the number of configurations. Fortunately, we managed to find out the minimum price of the novelty - it will be set at around 2,355,000 rubles. The most pumped version of the German model will cost 2,730,000 rubles.
Release date in Russia
It is too early to talk about the start of sales in Russia, but it is already known that the preliminary acceptance of applications for the purchase of new items will begin in November 2017. However, company representatives have already reported that mass deliveries of A5 2018 to domestic market will not be, and cars will be delivered only on order.
Competitors
Among budget competitors German car I would like to note and. If we talk about more serious opponents, then this is Infiniti G. Audi A5 definitely should not be lost among them, and, according to many experts, german model outperforms most of its competitors in many ways.
Conclusion
In the autumn of 2017, the long-awaited premiere of the Audi A5 2018 should take place. The developers promise that the novelty will receive an improved exterior, as well as a more technologically advanced interior. In addition, the line of motors will be replenished with several interesting power plants. The minimum price is 2,355,000 rubles.
SPECIFICATIONS
| model |
Engines |
checkpoint |
dimensions |
wheelbase mm |
weight kg |
Luggage volume. |
fuel |
Tires |
| 7-DSG | 2764 | |||||||
| 2824 | 1470 | 480/1300 | 64 | N/A |
The suspension of the Audi Coupe and the sportback front and rear is independent, five-link, the front disc brakes are ventilated, the rear disc brakes. Front engine layout. For the S version, a V6 3.0 TFSI turbo engine with 354 hp is provided. and 500 Nm of torque, equipped with an 8-speed automatic transmission and permanent all-wheel drive. The charged version accelerates to the first "hundred" in 4.7 seconds, the maximum speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h.
ENGINES AUDI A5 2017
| Volume |
power hp at rpm |
Torque N*m at rpm |
consumption l/100 km highway / city |
acceleration sec. |
Max. speed |
|
| 2.0TFSI | 249 / 5000-6000 | 4,8 / 7,4 | 5,8 | 250 | ||
| 190 / 3800-4200 | 4,0 / 5,1 | 7,2 | 235 | |||
| sportback | 218 / 4000-4750 | 4,7 / 5,2 | 6,2 | 250 |
Audi A5 Sportback(Audi A5 Sportback) - a five-door liftback class "G1", the second generation of which was presented in early September, and in October 2016 will be shown at the auto show in Paris.
Sportback A5 has an elegant and emotional design, combining high functionality and comfort. The body design of the liftback, like the coupe, is replete with sharp edges, the sporty front end has a “sharp look” of front optics, a strict bumper, punching, a pointed, wider radiator grille than on the previous model. In general, the appearance of the previous model is recognizable. The side view distinguishes the Sportback with a graceful curved window sill line, and pronounced wheel arches emphasize the all-wheel drive qualities of the car. At the rear, the elongated trunk line turns into a kind of spoiler, the lining at the bottom of the bumper is painted in body color, emphasizing the width of the body, the taillights have become narrower, they are combined with thin “strokes” of brake lights at the bottom of the bumper and a thin brake light line at the top edge rear window throughout its entire width. The car is 21mm longer and 11mm narrower than the previous generation.
The new second-generation A5 platform is lighter due to the use of light alloys and metals, and the vehicle's base weight has been reduced accordingly. The new car has the lowest drag coefficient in the class - 0.25. The automaker offers two performance lines - Sport and Design. Depending on the equipment, the A5 Sportback is available in either matt gray (Sport equipment) or dark titanium black (Design equipment).
The interior boasts high build quality and practicality. Optionally, 30 lighting options are offered, creating the necessary mood. The horizontal architecture of the dashboard creates a feeling of spaciousness. Features include keyless trunk access, a wide range of new colors and combinations to choose from, Virtual Cockpit digital instrument cluster, MMI infotainment system with 10 GB flash memory and DVD drive, 8.3" monitor, Bang & Olufsen audio system consisting of 755-watt 16-channel amplifier and 19 speakers.
Driver assistance systems can be equipped as an option or as part of one of three packages - "Parking", "City" and "Tour". The intelligent combination of various technologies improves safety, comfort and efficiency. Adaptive cruise control Stop& Go helps you avoid traffic jams and save fuel by taking over the tasks of braking and accelerating your vehicle, and evaluating GPS information in your immediate vicinity.
New features include an electromechanical power steering and an optional "active" steering system that changes steering effort depending on the steering angle and vehicle speed. In the base Audi equipment A5 xenon optics, LED lights, multimedia system with a seven-inch screen, Bluetooth and climate control.
The upgraded engines are 17 percent more powerful and 22 percent more economical than the previous ones. IN motor range two supercharged petrol TFSIs and three diesel engines TDI. Information about all versions of the engine is not yet available. The car's drive is front and full quattro ultra (with an electronically controlled clutch instead of a Torsen center differential). In addition, a modification of the A5 Sportback g-tron with a 2.0-liter TFSI engine with a capacity of 170 hp is provided, which runs on gasoline, as well as natural (CNG) and synthetic (Audi e-gas) gas.
Sales of the second generation Audi A5 Sportbak will start in early 2017.
Review Audi A5 Sportback 2017 video
Audi has never, perhaps, made obscure, gray cars aimed at the "average consumer." Even at the dawn of its existence, in the 30s of the last century, Saxon cars with four rings on the radiator grill were the lot of wealthy and self-confident buyers. After all, the company produced not utilitarian small cars, but expensive and technically very advanced sports cars by the standards of the first half of the 20th century.
The racing team of the Auto UnionRennabteilung factory repeatedly became the winner and prize-winner of various grand prix of those times, seriously competing with another legendary team car brand from Germany - Daimler-Benz AG, often winning not only due to the skill of pilots, but also because of the use in production racing cars the most advanced technology at the time. Suffice it to say that the power of the engines installed on Audi cars reached 300-350 horsepower already in the thirties, and in 1937 racing car an engine was installed that developed 560 l / s at 2500 rpm.
Installed on the famous rally Auto Union typ C, which featured excellent aerodynamic performance and unsurpassed futuristic design, this engine allowed to set a world record, breaking the mark of 400 km / h. This is despite the fact that the maximum speed of the Junkers 87 dive bomber, which first took to the skies a year later, was only 350 km / h! In total, the pilots who drove Audi sports cars won more than a hundred different awards at the most prestigious European and world tournaments. It is the development of specialists German concern became the basis for the design and construction of the legendary Soviet car Sokol-650.
Many decades have passed since then, the war died down, during which everyone was not up to sports cars, AUDI production sites were destroyed by bombing and rebuilt, and in the sixties the company was completely absorbed by the auto giant Volkswagen. One thing remained unchanged all this time - interesting, powerful, advanced and expensive cars. With the exception of the first models, which were aimed at poor post-war West Germany, all post-war AUDIs were supposed to appeal to consumers with a sufficient level of income, offering high quality, comfort, attractive design and high speed performance.
Audi designers continued to be at the forefront of progress, and almost every new model was distinguished by the presence in the design technical innovations. It was on the cars of the Saxon manufacturer that the full galvanization of the body, quattro all-wheel drive technology, five-cylinder engines, turbochargers, direct injection and other technical solutions, without which it is difficult to imagine the modern automotive industry. And the subsidiary Quattro GmbH, which has survived to this day under the name Audi Sport GmbH, enriched global automotive industry applications of valveless rotary engine and the release of a mid-engined four-wheel drive sports car. Is no exception in terms of use advanced technologies and the audi a5 sportback 2017 model, the test drive of which is presented below.
Tradition of antiquity deep.
The first two-doors with rings on the radiator grill left the assembly line before the Second World War, in 1934, with the release Audi models Type UW. True, these were cars with a convertible or roadster body, not a coupe. These cars were quite typical representatives of their era - 2.3-liter in-line six-cylinder four-stroke engines developed 50 horsepower, allowing them to accelerate to 105 km / h and consuming 14 liters of fuel per 100 kilometers. These overhead valve engines worked in tandem with four-stage mechanical boxes gears. In 1938, the production of these models was discontinued.
The first real AUDI coupe was the post-war Auto Union 1000 Sp Coupe, released in 1958 in a small series, and the stylish Audi 100 Coupe S, first presented at the Frankfurt auto show in 1969, began to be in real demand. The coupe received a stylish design, reminiscent of the creations of the European leaders in the automotive industry of that time - the Italians.
In technical terms, it was quite a typical car for the late sixties - a 1.9-liter in-line engine, 112 horsepower, a four-speed "mechanics" or a three-speed automatic as an option. In many respects, the German coupe resembled the Ford Capri, which was popular in those years. This model was discontinued in 1976.
The truly revolutionary two-door model introduced in 1980 coupe Audi Quattro- the first sign that marked the beginning of the era of all-wheel drive sports cars. The popularity of this model led to the fact that a more affordable coupe version soon appeared, distinguished by the presence front wheel drive instead of complete.
With the change in platform in 1988, a new two-door model appeared. New engines made the car even more dynamic and fast - 115 horsepower for a two-liter engine and 170 horsepower for a 2.3-liter version. Even more impressive were the characteristics of a turbocharged gasoline engine with a volume of 2200 "cubes" - 220 horsepower, top speed - 246 mph, acceleration to the first hundred in 5.8 seconds.
This coupe was produced until 1996, after which cars with this type of body did not leave the assembly line of AUDI factories for eleven whole years. Only in 2007, when models began to be released on the new MLB platform, did the first in this millennium appear. two-door cars with four rings on the hood - AUDI A5 coupe. Some kind of compensation for such long break model was equipped powerful engine. The eight-cylinder 4.2-liter engine developed 354 l / s at peak power. But this seemed not enough, and in 2009 a modified engine with a capacity of as much as 450 horsepower was introduced.
First meeting.
The design of the 2017 Audi A51 presented for a test drive can be called somewhat controversial, but certainly not boring. Yes, there is some “elongation” of the somewhat rounded nose of the car, which is not quite in harmony with the sharpened, swift forms of the silhouette. But one can immediately see the superbly polished continuity of the new sportback, the design of which, according to the assurances of the AUDI employees responsible for the exterior, was developed in accordance with the spirit of Gran Turismo.
The main design message is not even speed, but the swiftness and power of the new car. Despite its far from retro styling, the new coupe evokes the muscle cars of the seventies: a long engine compartment, wedge-shaped, even somewhat beak-shaped hood, lowered grille line. The impression is also enhanced by the shape of the bumpers, or rather, the characteristic side cutouts of the front ones. However, designers have not forgotten about aerodynamics. Coefficient aerodynamic drag new German two-door is 0.25.
The interior of the Audi A5 that went for a test drive is almost the same as that installed on Audi cars of the previous generation. Indeed, why radically rework an almost perfect and absolutely not outdated design? The only differences seen are a thinner handlebar, different pedals and new seats that are a little sportier. It has already become traditional to place climate control buttons, a navigator, and other electronics, of which there are many in the A5, on wide concave steering wheel spokes.
The use of LCD panels instead of traditional analog devices does not seem to be something particularly innovative. The driver can choose the configuration he likes virtual instruments of the many options just like the range of seat or steering column settings.
The spaciousness and layout of the cabin do not cause any complaints - even the rear seats are very comfortable and allow passengers to sit comfortably, providing enough free space both in the legs and overhead. The profile of the rear sofa and the location of the armrests are also convenient. By the way, the buttons for controlling the mechanism of the front seats are located, in addition to the pillow, also at the end of the seat back. This allows rear passengers to get out of their seats without assistance. driving position in its ergonomics and completely above all praise. Even such, at first glance, small details have been thought out, such as the location of the control buttons for fine-tuning the chair and the keys responsible for selecting the massage mode.
The climate control is interesting. The climate control sensors are able to recognize the approach of the driver's finger even before he touches the key, and rush to display prompts for easier control.
The use of exclusively high-quality materials also contributes to the exterior of the cabin. Yes, and there are no complaints about the assembly - everything is made and adjusted, as always, to the highest standard. With this, the “fifth series” is doing great.
The trunk volume of 465 liters can not be called uncapacious, especially considering that we are not talking about a utilitarian family station wagon, but about a coupe with a sporty character. By the way, a very original innovation has appeared - now you can open the trunk even with your hands full of luggage - it’s enough to lightly kick the car under the bumper. The back of the rear sofa is made divided into three independently folding in the proportion of 40:20:40. departments.
In the native element.
No matter how comfortable the interior of the new german coupe, the main function of this car is fast, high-speed driving. The unexpectedly soft start of the turbocharged three-liter engine brings an indescribable sound to the cabin. Those who watched the video before testing the Audi A5 can immediately say that even the best recording does not convey this pleasant, light, but surprisingly voluminous sound. Three hundred and forty-five horsepower do not climb into the ears, creating at the same time an indescribable feeling of power. And how this powerful unit works in tandem with an eight-speed automatic transmission and branded all-wheel drive ...
The moment of the beginning of the movement, the smoothness and softness of the acceleration impress even the most experienced driver. The new coupe is distinguished by an excellent response to manipulations with the gas pedal, smooth and without delay switching of the “machine”, and silence in the cabin at any speed.
Even at around 200 km/h the most loud noise, which publishes AUDI A5 - the sound of a working climate control system. The car holds a straight line remarkably, and it doesn’t give up when cornering - the steering is distinguished by excellent clarity and sufficient information content, without, however, forcing you to feel every bump pavement. By the way, stock tires Hankook Ventus The S1 evo2s do an excellent job of keeping the car firmly on the path chosen by the driver and not making any extra noise even at high speeds.
The power of the V6 engine is enough to accelerate a one and a half ton car to one hundred kilometers per hour in 4.7 seconds. The engine does not need to be "turned" to high speed to achieve maximum power. The petrol turbo engine produces 354 hp. and 500 N∙m already at 1370 rpm.
The suspension has two modes of operation - "comfort" and "speaker". The first one, as the name implies, serves to ensure the maximum possible smoothness and softness of the car, and seems especially relevant when trains are on roads with insufficient quality coverage.
The second makes the Audi coupe more collected and resilient, but without excessive rigidity, and is relevant for active high-speed driving on good roads.
The Audi A5 variant with a two-liter four-cylinder turbo engine does not seem to be a poor relative against the background of its three-liter “big brother”. Yes, overclocking characteristics it is somewhat more modest - it exchanges the first hundred cars in 5.8 seconds. But otherwise, the A5 2.0 TFSI is in no way inferior. Seven-speed robotic box S-tronic gears shifts a little harder, but also a little faster than the eight-speed “automatic”, the engine sound is sharper, but still very pleasant, but active rear differential allows you to perfectly fit into sharp turns. Of course, the difference of more than a hundred "horses" is felt, but not enough to spoil the impression of the AUDI A5 2.0 TFSI even after getting to know the three-liter version.
The two remaining models of the line are distinguished by the presence diesel engines, four- and six-cylinder. These two engines, despite general type fuels differ from each other in almost everything else.
The biggest plus of the four-cylinder version is its efficiency. The 190-horsepower TDI is content with only nine liters of fuel per hundred kilometers, while its two-liter petrol counterpart burns at least fifteen, and the three-liter "six" consumes at least 20 liters.
The payoff for high efficiency is not only more modest acceleration and maximum speed. The diesel "four" is noticeably noisier both in motion and on idling, and S tronic works with it in a pair more rigidly than on the gasoline version.
Another thing is the V6 3.0 TDI engine. Two hundred and eighty-six horsepower, 620 Nm already at one and a half thousand revolutions, and almost the same behavior on the road as the three-liter gasoline version - there are enough dynamics, and the suspension works perfectly, and the sound of the engine is very pleasant - not noise, but a voice . Fuel consumption, of course, is higher than that of the "younger brother" - 11 liters per hundred - but much more modest than both petrol versions. Unfortunately, cars with three-liter engines will not be delivered to the Russian market yet - the top management of Audi plans to supply only four-cylinder versions.
Technique on the verge of fantasy.
As pretentious as the title sounds, there is not an ounce of flattery or sarcasm in it.
Familiarization with data on technical stuffing The AUDI A5 is no less impressive than the test drive of the Audi A5 sportback video which can be easily found on the net.
The new Audi is based on an upgraded MBL platform called the MBL evo. This platform is multi-purpose – sedans, coupes, crossovers, cars with an extended body are designed on its basis, and new platform AUDI specialists do not plan yet. The engine is traditionally located in front, longitudinally, and is paired with a robotic or automatic transmission and permanent all-wheel drive. Both the front and rear suspensions are independent springs.
Front - two wishbones, rear - traditional multi-link. The front suspension subframe is bimetallic, divided in two. The front part is made of aluminum, the steering mechanism is attached to it. Rear end- steel, levers made of the same material are placed on it.
Suspension shock absorbers - electronically controlled, with three modes of operation - Dynamic, Auto and Comfort. Each mode has a unique combination of handling, stiffness and steering response. Dynamic is characterized by rigidity, precise control, minimization of rolls and quick response to the steering wheel. Comfort softens the character of the car and is designed for long trips, and the Auto mode is somewhere between the sportiness of the dynamic mode and the softness of the comfortable one.
Front brakes - disc, ventilated for all machines of the line. Rear brakes the front-wheel drive Audi A5 2.0 TD is deprived of ventilation, the Audi S5 3.0 TFSI quattro, like the Audi A5 2.0 TFSI quattro, also has ventilated brakes at the rear.
The body is assembled from a combination of heat-strengthened steel, cold-formed steel and aluminum - cast, sheet and profiled. This choice of materials makes it quite light and at the same time quite rigid. The new frame weighs 15 kg lighter than the previous one, and in general the car has “lost” by as much as 60 kg, despite the fact that it has become longer and wider than its predecessor, and the upper spars are designed reinforced to successfully pass the crash test according to the American IIHS system developed by the Insurance Institute road safety in 2009. By the way, the car body has a record drag coefficient in its class - only 0.23 units. True, this result was recorded only for the 2.0 TDI ultra turbodiesel version with an additional aluminum bottom screen installed as an option.
The gasoline engine is upgraded model EA888, known for certain technical problems in the past. Then for part AUDI cars was characterized by excessive oil consumption, and the engineers had to work hard, looking for the cause and ways to eliminate it. The problems were eliminated, the power was increased to 252 horsepower, and the fuel economy compared to the previous version is, according to the assurances of the developers, up to 15 percent.
The diesel engine with a working volume of 2967 cm³ is distinguished by the presence of two versions - with a capacity of 218 and 286 "horses", as well as a high-tech turbocharger with variable geometry"a similar technology is used in the engines of modern passenger aircraft."
The maximum boost pressure is from 2.6 to 3.3 atmospheres.
The automatic transmission is no different from the one that was put on the model previous line Audi. The robotic seven-speed S tronik was subjected to changes. The “robot” has become lighter, the clutch packs, odd and even, arranged one after the other, are now the same size, Unlike previous versions. In Es-tronic, installed on the all-wheel drive version, i.e., in all A-fifths, except for the 1.9-liter diesel engine, the Torsen center differential is also built in.
Perfect balance. instead of an epilogue.
In general, the car turned out to be very balanced. Sportiness does not cause any inconvenience to passengers, who can be very comfortable even in the back seat, or, even more so, to the driver. This is facilitated by an excellent variable suspension that can cope with road irregularities encountered on the way, excellent sound insulation and a comfortable, very spacious interior for this type of body.
The trunk also does not seem overly compact, and boarding and disembarking from the rear seats is facilitated not only by wide doorways, but also by the presence of regulation of the front seats at the end of the backs.
At the same time, the Audi A5, especially equipped with "senior", six-cylinder engines, behaves very collectedly on high speeds, starts briskly, enters turns well and is not afraid of bold maneuvers, and ventilated brakes do not heat up even when driving actively along a mountain “serpentine”. Versions with four cylinders somewhat lose to the six-cylinder "big brothers" in acceleration and top speed, but do not leave a feeling of lack of power. The all-wheel drive system also shows itself perfectly, “turning” the car in sharp turns, making maneuvering easier and safer. And the gearbox - both automatic and "robot" - perfectly copes with its tasks, both at high speed and in a quiet mode of movement. In the case of active driving, the box does not give noticeable gear shift delays, and in urban mode it shifts them gently, without unnecessary jerks annoying the driver.
The “smart” suspension also works out well, the presets of which are enough for comfortable passage of uneven areas, and for high autobahn speeds, and for normal daily use.
You can't blame the AUDI coupe for its boring design. One can argue for a long time how successful the use of the “de Silva wave” and the curved elongated hood is, whether it was necessary to replace the analog dashboard electronic imitation, and whether the chopped shapes of the headlights are kitsch. One thing can be said with certainty - by no means can it be called unoriginal appearance of the new Audi.
All of the above makes this car capable of delivering a lot of driving pleasure without creating inconvenience even for passengers in the back seat, and excellent brakes, an abundance of modern security systems, proper body rigidity and all-wheel drive make it safe to operate even in case of unforeseen situations.
Video: Test drive Audi A5 sportback
They also talked about what changes the new Audi A5 brought with it and what systems the tested car is equipped with. And it would be surprising if anything worked incorrectly.
With the Audi pre sense plus package, our Audi A5 Sportback steers confidently so as not to leave the lane, and even navigates gentle turns, guided by the marking lines. Just as reliably, the car independently keeps its distance, accelerates and brakes.
Matrix LED headlights work perfectly: they themselves switch to low beam in the village and to the far outside the city. But they turn off certain LEDs, keeping passing and oncoming cars in the shade. Light lives its own (correct) life all the time: it changes the width, depth, configuration of the light beam.
The assistance package in the city significantly helps to maneuver and park. And not only thanks to parking sensors and a rear-view camera. Also, a whole set of sensors monitors the situation around the car. When the door is opened, they even signal an approaching pedestrian or cyclist.
Where we used to see fog lights, radars are installed in the Audi A5 Sportback Audi systems pre sense plus. And along the edges of the bumper are vertical slots that improve aerodynamics. The drag coefficient of the new car is 0.26.
Monitoring system dead zones warns about other cars in adjacent lanes as clearly as possible: by flashing not small icons along the edges of the mirrors, but large lamps with inner sides mirror housings. You notice them with peripheral vision, even without looking in the mirror, so this method is much more effective.
And when leaving in reverse the same sensors detect vehicles approaching from the side. And "a fifth" does not just show which side this is happening from. And if he believes that there is a risk of a collision or a collision, then he simply stands in his tracks.
There is no seat memory on our car, and I don’t want to let anyone else drive. True, here I had to pay extra for both the sports seats themselves and for electric drives, heating and adjusting the lumbar support.
Moreover, it does not concern her at all that I calculated the trajectory when reversing between other cars. The main thing is safety. Therefore, as soon as I start to famously take back, Sportback catches a sharp reduction in distance and brakes hard.
And after the system worked on the pigeons that took off behind the rear bumper, I didn’t even set the task of checking how the car stops in front of a pedestrian or another car.
When landing on the second row, you need to dive in order not to hit your head on a low rack. On the second row, there is 11 mm more space in the shoulders and 24 mm for the legs of the rear passengers. But the seat is very comfortable. Unless a person over 180 cm tall will already be uncomfortable and cramped.
The maximum with a sharp change of lane comes to a warning about the risk of a collision. You will not miss it, as it, along with navigator tips and other information, is displayed directly on the windshield.
How the new Audi A5 Sportback drives
The atmosphere of a premium car is momentarily broken by a hard shudder of the body when a 2-liter turbodiesel starts up under the hood. It can be driven quite economically or dynamically.
With such a 2.0 TDI with 190 hp. The new Audi A5 Sportback can be ordered with both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. The third option on our market is the 2.0 TFSI quattro petrol, which develops 252 hp.
The motor smoothly and confidently increases traction to 2000 rpm. And it is enough at such a moment to smoothly press the gas pedal, as the Audi A5 adequately and linearly gains momentum in the current gear.
If you sharply press the gas immediately after braking at low speed, then the box habitually pauses when switching between the first two gears, but then, when accelerating upwards, it switches imperceptibly and clearly.
At any time, you can influence the character of the car by choosing one of the four preset settings packages or by configuring your own.
In ecological, comfort or automatic mode, the new Audi A5 Sportback with a similar power ratio is a rather calm car. You drive like a regular sedan. Phlegmatic in efficiency mode, the powertrain becomes a little livelier in comfort.
And in auto it catches your mood - you start to drive more fun and sharper, and now the steering wheel with suspension becomes elastic. Although a high level of comfort retains.
But the difference is more noticeable not in the settings, but in fuel consumption.
To enter handwritten text on the MMI touch switch washer, place your hand comfortably on the T-handle of the 7-speed selector robotic box S tronic gears. And others are not offered for the model in Ukraine.
With calm and smooth movement in the city, the numbers on the screen of the trip computer quickly drop below 7 liters per 100 km, surrender to the power of acceleration - they rise above 9 liters. And as a result, it amounted to 8.4 liters - a quite reasonable indicator.
To enjoy the dynamics and pressure of the motor, you can go to manual mode gear selector or with the Audi switch drive select select the dynamic setting. You can immediately feel how the car is tense on the steering wheel, suspension and motor. And since the responses are faster, it’s more interesting to maneuver.
When you touch the silver climate control button, options for the operations assigned to it pop up on the screen ...
... as, for example, the ability to activate a full-width air deflector in front of the front passenger.
At the same time, comfort is not particularly affected. You just feel the transverse seams and cobblestones of the cobbled pavement a little more sharply. But at high speed, the vertical buildup of the body is less. So for fast driving I recommend this mode.
Adjustable suspension in our car is an option. But as if confidently and reliably new Audi A5 Sportback did not feel at high speeds, you should not forget about caution, especially on unfamiliar routes.
In the stowed state, the trunk volume has not changed and is 480 liters. Thanks to the 40:20:40 split back of the rear sofa, its transformation is very convenient.
A temporary spare wheel is located under the boot floor.
Even on a clamped suspension on impressive road waves, sometimes the heart skips a beat for the safety of body elements. About the low front overhang and modest ground clearance with a large wheelbase, I remember every time I park near the curb.
Especially in the center of the capital, where the asphalt drops slightly from the center of the roadway to drain water. There is a risk of catching the bumper on the curb if you drive close to it with the front wheel in a car loaded with people. Yes, and beautiful wheels with low-profile tires 255/35 R19 for 1700 euros on our broken roads want to save.
The tool and warning triangle are hidden in special compartments in the floor and wing niche.
They roll resiliently over rounded humps and patches, but hit hard on cut-out steps, rough joints, and potholes. In such situations, it is much easier for crossover drivers. And given the similar cost, the choice in favor of an SUV is obvious.
It is also obvious that so far there are far fewer people for whom beauty and style are more important than those who choose practicality. This means that the Audi A5 Sportback will continue to be a niche product.
From the author...
Eh! This eternal question prices. After all, for the same money you can buy a roomy and spacious crossover, moreover, of the same brand and with a similar set of options. And this factor in our country decides a lot.
